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November 25, 2011

Sleep Center

Sleep Apnea

Sleep apnea is a reduction or cessation of breathing during sleep. There are three types of sleep apnea. The most common is obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). OSA is caused by the collapse of the airway during sleep. There are many complications related to OSA. Treatments are surgical and non-surgical.

Sleep Pictures Slideshow

Could a good night's sleep come down to your diet? Watch this slideshow to discover which foods hinder sleep and which foods promote restful slumber.

Sleep Quiz

Take our Sleeping Quiz to learn which sleep disorders, causes, and symptoms rule the night. Trouble falling or staying asleep? Find out which medical treatments fight sleep deprivation, apnea, insomnia, and more!

Night Sweats

Night sweats have many different causes. A doctors must take a complete medical history and order tests to find the cause of the underlying medical condition that is responsible for night sweats.

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Avoid Insomnia

Watch this slideshow to learn 10 tips on how to get a good night's sleep and avoid sleep disorders such as insomnia.

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Snoring

Learn about the causes of snoring like sleep apnea, viral illness, drinking alcohol, taking medications, mouth breathing, or from structures in the mouth.

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